POP or FLOP? Mumm Napa Brut Prestige – Review

This is “POP or FLOP”, where we spend all our money reviewing sparkling wines so you don’t have to! First up is Mumm Napa’s Brut Prestige! Is this a bottle of bubbles you should POP or is it a FLOP? Let’s see…

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Mumm Napa is the California outpost of the GH Mumm Champagne house that’s based in Reims, France. The Mumm Cuvée Napa Brut Prestige is bright and bursting with personality, just like sunny California!

Appearance

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Pale gold in colour, bursting with a steady stream of bubbles and a delightful mousse (the foam on the top of your glass!)

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Aroma

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Tree fruit dominant (like a ripe yellow apple), hints of citrus, melon, almond and honeysuckle.

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Flavour

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Bright fleshy golden apple, buttered biscuit, almond meal and subtle minerality. Medium bodied and dry. Well balanced with a lovely finish and acidity.

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Food Pairing

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Fish tacos, crab cakes, or a California style flat bread (with chicken, avocado and Monterey jack cheese). #Foodgasm!

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The Verdict?

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It’s a POP! Overall this is a very good example of a warmer climate traditional method sparkling wine. It will pair exceptionally well with Californian style cuisine, or just good times and a second (or third) glass!

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Mumm Napa Brut Prestige

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45% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir, 10% Pinot Gris / Pinot Meunier
Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
Alcohol: 12.5%
Sugar: 14 g/L
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